The Delhi High Court Bar Association has opposed raising District Courts’ pecuniary jurisdiction from Rs 2 crore to Rs 20 crore, warning it may disrupt judicial efficiency, institutional balance, and effective administration of justice in Delhi city-wide legal system.
Today. on 29th January, the Supreme Court unveiled administrative reforms using artificial intelligence to boost judicial efficiency and reduce case pendency. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant called it “some good news,” saying technology and AI are increasingly being used to streamline court administration.
The Delhi High Court Bar Association celebrated Justice Surya Kant’s appointment as Chief Justice of India at the Main Court Building. In his address, CJI Kant emphasized, “Collaboration between bar and bench is crucial in the justice delivery system.”
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant called on lawyers to go beyond merely raising grievances and actively participate in the administrative functioning of courts. He said meaningful engagement by the Bar is essential to build trust, ensure workable reforms, and strengthen the justice delivery system.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant visited his native village in Haryana, recalled his humble school days, and stressed the importance of education. During his visit, he also inaugurated two new court complexes to strengthen access to justice at the grassroots level.
CJI BR Gavai stressed that mediation and dialogue can turn conflicts into opportunities for growth and harmony, citing the importance of the Mediation Act, 2023. Speaking at the National Mediation Conference in Bhubaneswar, he underlined the role of mediation in reducing case pendency and building trust in justice delivery.
Today, On 18th September, Karnataka High Court has dismissed a PIL seeking to stay the release of Jolly LLB 3, imposing a Rs.50,000 cost on petitioner Syeda Neelufur for wasting judicial time. The Court warned of coercive action if payment is not made by October 4.
Today, On 17th September, On The Bombay High Court dismissed a PIL seeking to block the release of Jolly LLB 3, which claimed the film mocks the judiciary. The court said, “Don’t worry, we face the mocking right from day one of our judgeships.”
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a petition against Akshay Kumar’s Jolly LLB 3, stating there was “nothing objectionable, no hindrance to legal profession”, after reviewing the song Bhai Vakeel Hai and finding no disrespect to advocates.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath stressed at the 42nd UP Judicial Services Association conference that achieving true good governance is only possible when justice is made accessible and delivered swiftly to every citizen without unnecessary delays or hurdles.
